Bringing Solar Power to the Chicken Coop

We finish the outdoor chicken run and build an equipment room to house the batteries and inverter from our original solar system. The chicken coop now has power for the next stage of this project!
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[@donnasimonds4215]

Your parents and other family and friends must be so proud of both of you❤️ Two smarties!!!!💕🙏🏽

[@SimpleLivingAlaska]

Thanks Donna 😊

[@erzsebetbuki7384]

​@@SimpleLivingAlaska9

[@tampajan1790]

When I grow up, I want to be one of your chickens. 🐓🐣🐔 Man do they have life made. You guys are awesome !!!

[@Judy-fi7ce]

so funny tampajan! haha

[@markholmes1346]

That’s what I thought, they definitely have a good life

[@kathleenebsen2659]

I thought I was the only person who made chicken pancakes! Instead of throwing scratch, I usually give my girls a couple of tortillas. Sometimes I run out so I make pancakes without salt or leavening. They love it!

[@Ines-c4z6r]

Definitivamente Quiero Ser GALLINA ..desde el sur del sur del mundo saludos 🤗 felicidades

[@sandrasherritt9708]

Yeah! Several folks I follow don’t give their chickens such care. Such as not cleaning water bowls or not putting straw or shavings in the nests etc. irritating! It’s nice to see cared for chickens. They were so cute lined up and peeking out from the new see thru area of their run! Now heat? SWEET

[@christineabedini3765]

Your chickens are so fortunate to have such good parents. It’s clear how much you love them.☮️❤️

[@marthagaluszka8888]

Love that you're reusing things from other projects. As my G-ma always said: " Use it up, wear it out, make it do, or do without." You guys are the best. Love the plastic panels on the chicken run. They can enjoy sun streaming through even in the winter.

[@Sparkysings2]

Love this saying!

[@sawittwo]

👍

[@LyThiHoa1987]

I like your comment. the video is excellent❤

[@donaldhoudek2889]

One suggestion.... You may want to add a screen to both your battery box air input vent hole and the PVC vent pipe to keep the small critters out of your battery box. They love to munch on the electrical insulation. Great Video!

[@terryharding2519]

the chickens are getting happier by the minute by two loving souls. Doing a great job up there in the frozen tundra... thanks for bringing us along

[@annataylor3928]

Love what you’ve done on the chicken coop! The winter will be so much nicer for them.

[@Tomhohenadel]

I have used those polycarbonate panels for my greenhouse. Works great. Lots of light for the chickens. Great job

[@reality_is_the_key]

Same here. The only issue I've had is after 5 years now, they've begun to crack at the screws and my little overhang breaks very easily with snow. But even if they need replacing on the 6th year, I think it's still a good material to use.

[@judygillespie3242]

Eric you have so much knowledge. I love how you plan everything out to make it perfect. Always seem to have a plan B. I so enjoy watching both of you. You both should be so proud of all your accomplishments ❤

[@mimi0424]

Those crepes looked delicious! I ❤ everything you make! You are such a wonderful person Eric! You and Arielle both are such hardworking people! You can build anything & do just anything ! Awesome job ❤

[@staceyhazelett2397]

I absolutely love your care of the chickens! Truly inspiring to see all your hard work, and a job completed effortlessly. The pumpkin carving was super cute!

[@sallyhostetter2820]

The chickens are lucky to have you. Eric, you are quite a skilled man. I love your care for your chickens. Stay warm.

[@dianajones7999]

And Aerial.

[@sallyhostetter2820]

Of course Arielle too.

[@LauraE.9897]

WOW, I need to come hang out with your chickens. Pancakes for breakfast, they have it made with you all as their keepers. You two are the best! Sending hugs Arielle & Eric. 💜🤗

[@dianajones7999]

Both the pancakes and crepes looked good !

[@rogertemple7193]

I really hope the weather is holding off until you get everything done there and that was quite a meal you made for the chickens and a great solar powered chicken coop always great to watch your videos Thanks.🤠👍🇺🇲

[@elainedegoede6276]

Love your chickens and the updates you made on the coop. They live like queens and should too... they provide the food😊 . LOVE IT❤

[@pattibrown1809]

Yes! Let's work on the chicken house! I always enjoy your videos so much, THANK YOU for the consistently fantastic content!❤✌😊

[@SimpleLivingAlaska]

Thank you 😊

[@MGK9007]

Great job 🎉

[@lindacollier3321]

Your chicken coop looks great! You’re very creative…😁🤩

[@TheRedthundr]

I love this channel and the video content it's just so fulfilling. Love you guys❤❤

[@charlenegrady8781]

Hello from Cape Cod Massachusetts. Eric and Ariel can I just say you two are a joy to watch. Your videos are not only entertaining but I learn so much from both of you. Thank you. You all take care. We love you both. Keep those videos coming👍🇺🇸❤️

[@PaullaWells]

Bless the chickens little hearts. They were so cute all lined up just basking in the sun. They are going to have such a better winter with all the hard work y'all are putting in for them.

[@SamSung-ww3rp]

You guys are an awesome team. You always support each other, pull together and get it done. Can't even imagine anything that you couldn't figure out and get done! Way to go!!!!😊

[@suzannaplinke7784]

We had our first below zero temp and a bit of snow on Halloween. It didn’t stick around for more than a few hours. Love your videos.

[@petecunnien5368]

I’m really loving watching you guys build your new home starting up again and just bringing it all together

[@phantomframe]

Damn, chickens-pancakes and solar power! You’ve got a pretty good life going on!

[@beckypincalifornia1985]

I have thoroughly enjoyed your "chicken coop" vlogs. What I refer to as "The Chicken Palace". This has been the best chicken coop, Palace, build I have ever seen for a seriously cold climate. People all over the world can learn from your thoughtfulness and experience. Plus, your care, feeding and love for these birds is awesome. I bet those eggs are some of the best tasting just about anywhere. Thanks for the joy you give them and us, your faithful viewers. Best wishes.

[@tabascodragon1957]

It's pretty cool that both of you cook, and that y'all play to each other's strengths both in the kitchen and outdoors.

[@cecilialamb8304]

Those are super cool panels!! The chickens have it made!! Hugs to you both and Bo, Bandit & Pepper!!🥰

[@honeybadgers1996]

Chickens already had wonderful house and you guys are turning it into state of art chicken coop. That is awesome!! Reusing your old solar system from your other house is a great idea. It’s fun to see you guys two are making more progress day by day. Awesome video, guys. Thanks for sharing your progress.

[@suzannesnow7485]

Loved every last minute! Reason to be proud, Eric & Arielle! Look how far you have come with your electrical set ups! Your chickens are lucky! ❤ Keep on keeping on … you are simply the Best! 💞

[@florencecampbell774]

Eric & Ariel’s you did a great job with the chicken coop.I don’t think there is many chickens get homemade pancakes.Keep up the great work you two.Thank you for sharing your journey.🌺🌺

[@DenzLeeby-sl1jb]

If things get too rough this winter, you can always move in with the chickens! I never get tired of watching you two build stuff! Thanks for sharing

[@marthaturki4891]

You two never cease to amaze me, y’all are the best!❤❤🐾🐾🐓🐓

[@jamesgaul3544]

The love you guys have for each other shows in every episode. Thanks, for sharing your adventure with us... Blessings & Peace.

[@coventrywildeheart7108]

Love - and trust/respect in each other's abilities too. T

[@Unfinished80]

I get super happy when I see a new video post from you guys. Also, I love my calendar. Thanks!

[@denisebrady6858]

Wow the chicken coup is better than some peoples houses- Good on you for taking such amazing care of your birds. Cheers Denise- Australia

[@ciberbri59]

If my chickens knew that your chickens were eating sourdough pancakes I’d be in big trouble.

[@wncmartin]

Love what your doing! I'm sure you already have, but if not (speaking from experience) you need a hardware cap for the vent tube on the batteries. It will help keep the mice and squirrels out of the batteries.

[@debbiekalynuk4217]

Chickens roosting in the sun brought a smile to my face! Great environment for the chickens!

[@mimib6955]

Might want to put screen on the end of the vent pipe. When snow gets higher you could get critters making nest in the battery box. It is all coming together well. You two did a great job!

[@Sirius-ly]

I thought the same thing...lol

[@annnnonnymous]

Might want to put some screendoor mesh over your battery vent to keep critters/bugs out. Nice install.

[@katemark4413]

You two are amazing- your chickens will be living their best lives!!

[@lynneclark5879]

I really like watching you guys, you have an idea and you get stuff done I love the partnership, you’re respect for each other shines through, thank you for taking us all on the journey and teaching us about kindness

[@joanchaffinbawcom5722]

I always love your channel. Great filming and so satisfying to see young people being amazingly self sufficient.

[@Judy-fi7ce]

You guys could live on the moon and make it work. Loved the pancakes for the chickens, Arielle. I'm waiting for a swimming pool and giant flat screen TV for the chickens to enjoy. They could watch Foghorn Leghorn cartoons and Animal Planet.The utility room in the chicken coop is genius, Eric! Nice job with all the wiring.

[@hardenmama1800]

Once again your chickens had a better breakfast than I did! Awesome reuse of the solar system! Love the spooky ending!

[@sandramarc4858]

They are the healthiest chooks I have ever seen! Also...how did you live without the Branson before?!! It is a beast and so versatile

[@gator1959]

We received our 2024 calendar and are well pleased. We don't have it in us to toss out the old ones either. Lovely pictures... thanks for finding the time to put the calendar together for us!

[@SimpleLivingAlaska]

Thank you ❤

[@judeevolves3347]

You guys spoiling your chickens is some of my favorite. Loved seeing all the fancy food they get too! Loved the solar tutorial too tyvm. 💗🙏🐔🐓🐣🐤🐥🐔🥞🐔😆💗💗💗

[@northerngirlhobbies]

On a binge listen/watch. Missed a few vids. Organizing the pantry home goods. Thanks in advance you two. With all the winter darkness in Alaska it will be interesting to see how the solar turns out.

[@joesphbest3120]

My favorite couple hard at work again, working on the chicken coop to get it nice for the chickens this winter, keeping them light & warm. Solar power to help keep the chicken house warm and give them some light. You two did a wonderful job.😀😀❤❤👍🙏🦃🐔🐓🐤I know the chickens approve of the job done & they know you love them as we love you.

[@joewiktor291]

Is there anything Eric can't do????? And if there is something he can't do, Arielle can fill in and help out. So enjoy watching the two of you build another life in Alaska.

[@trudyschaffer8016]

What the heck!? You guys are incredible. Nothing seems to scare you. Your chickens will thank you during those cold, dark winter months. 🐔

[@nadias5192]

You take such good care of your chickens you can hear their happiness.

[@heidihughes8806]

Your chickens are living the good life thanks to your thoughtfulness and hard work! Amazing! Beautiful job done. 👍😁💖💖

[@earlshaner4441]

Good evening from Syracuse NY everyone thank you for sharing your adventures in life

[@zlazofia]

Damn, not first! 😂

[@debcross2335]

I enjoy all the content you two give us for everything you do. I have just joined but have gone back a bit over 2 years and honestly think your vlogs are absolutely the most informational and enjoyable. Thank you both for the time you put in to bring us in to Alaska Life 😊😊

[@Kingsmugi]

Greetings from East Africa, it's past midnight here at the equator

[@SJC49]

Those are some lucky chickens! I bet they thought you were putting in an ensuite for them!😍🇨🇦

[@Helenemonblogdefille]

I love the way you use the tractor to move many various things - including yourselves ;-)

[@anuhjarpe1812]

So happy to see how well you threat your animals,sending love from Sweden ❤❤❤❤

[@imaprepper1866]

Eric and Ariel, I can’t thank you enough for your channel. Absolutely love it. You two amaze me all that you do. There is nothing that you are afraid to tackle and I appreciate that you have the skills to get them accomplished. Love you guys. God bless.

[@frenchysandi]

Love seeing how well you live in a challenging environment. Believe me I know how tough it can be, I live in Minnesota and you are living much further north, so has to be harder. I did get a new snowblower because my old one refused to work in cold weather last winter 🥶. I shoveled all winter and had a very very snowy winter. Oh did I say I am 74.

[@dennismalcolm6620]

ARIEL I WANT TO BE YOUR CHICKEN 🐔 😋 😅!!!!..I JUST LOVE IT...THERE IS SOMETHING NEW EVERY EPISODE..BRRRR..WINTER, STAY WARM. 😮

[@analoulabrador5988]

Im so early for this. Anyway have a wonderful day to both of you ❤❤❤❤ love from Cebu Philippines

[@1944chevytruck]

OH CANADA!.. Home of the Nanaimo Bar Vancouver Island.... Good job u2

[@sebastienloyer9471]

Put a screen in the vent. Stopping pest and wasps to utilize IT.😊

[@sohailakhtar5474]

Greetings from Pakistan,chicken coop looks awesome now after modifications.Really appreciate your efforts to make chickens happy during upcoming harsh weather.Your chickens are so lucky to have delicious breakfast,fish in dinner and solar system for heating.Care for chickens is at the best. Keep working, cooking, eating, fishing, hunting, camping, gardening,canning and smiling.

[@thetraveler5798]

That chicken 🏡 turning out to be more like a 🏰 for the chickens, well deserved, for some wholesome 🥚s , 🙏😁/😎👍

[@GurtGobain]

I guess I'm a bit late, would've been a cool video idea for Halloween... but I was wondering if you guys have ever had an experience with Bigfoot or anything like that in Alaska other than just bears? I imagine it gets a bit spooky during those dark winter days.

[@aprilninthr2886]

Excuse me, Eric, what?? From someone who doesn’t know what the heck you just did to hook up your electric and heat, I just have to say I think you’re brilliant. Good job. It must be so comforting for you both knowing your chickens are safe and warm. Looking forward to the next one.

[@cbass2755]

Hello from Southeast Michigan 👋🏻😄

[@gladyssanchez1825]

❤️❤️❤️ As always so happy to see you 😊 I need to learn how to do sourdough bread with you 🥰🥰

[@janetkoball44]

I just love your visits with us. I stare at the screen about your whole video. It's so informative, interesting, and brings me joy. Your chickens are beautiful. Thanks for all you do.

[@veronica1863]

I love that you guys care so much for your chickens as they should be

[@janetkoball44]

A great visit with us again. I do enjoy all of these. I'm surprised the chickens do so well way up in your very cold temps. See you both soon.

[@klazyy641]

The chickens are living the life what with the fancy digs with more to come. Great work, you two, and a fantastic pumpkin design for the finale!

[@bossaudio12]

"Alright chicken party's over" -Eric

[@diannegriffith5444]

Your video are so awesome! The way you film and talk into the camera, gives a sense of as if we are standing right there with you. Blessings ❤

[@madzabinga8382]

I don't know how you can cook all that Hooligan inside your house. 😂 STINKY!

[@sreid9740]

Beautiful, happy chickens - thank you so much for all you do to look after them - love watching them!! Stay safe, be happy!❤

[@COYO-T]

I have watched videos of people having chickens and heard they don't handle temperature changes. So if you heat the coop and you lose power the cold will kill them.

[@silveritea]

Awesome upgrades and repurposing for your chickens!

[@vicbu7808]

also both of you must have culinary training or culinary employment cuz u two got some skills..

[@krisdog88]

I could watch you guys do stuff like this all day.

[@hoosierladyus48]

LOL! When Eric said, "I have your door dash order" I laughed so hard. That Tractor has been a life saver for the two of you. That's the one thing I didn't like about Alaska, the lack of sun during the Winter. I didn't know batteries took water. You learn something new every day. The two of you are so intelligent.

[@thewhatsup]

Happiest chickens in Alaska.

[@matthewgordon-clark2392]

Hey guys, would love to see a trip to the cabin by the lake for some fishing please? Matthew

[@Melina.K.]

Yay! I've been looking forward to the new video. 😊

[@judycarter8199]

New property is a vast improvement over the old (because of size) and y’all are making giant steps in making it a wonderful home-terrific work!

[@gardeninggonewild4842]

Hey you guys. It's a good thing you keep us all going. We love yer enthusiasm and willingness to share it with us. Question? Could you please share your recipe for your chicken feed? Thanks again guys. 😊

[@SimpleLivingAlaska]

Thank you! We feed a mix of grains - wheat, field peas, barley, oats, sunflower seeds, millet and corn (colder months).

[@gardeninggonewild4842]

Sweet. Thanks for such a quick response. My chickens are only 14 weeks old. Is it true I have to wait till they're 18 to 20 weeks to start feeding them a mixture like what you provided?

[@kellysmith948]

Absolutely love watching you two. I am recovering from auto accident and binge watching even thought I have seen all your videos. You guys are rocking the chicken coop

[@michaelhumphrey3688]

I love your love of the chickens and the things you do to make them HAPPY.

[@nancylong886]

You have got to have the luckiest chickens ever. You take such good care of them. I can see how much you love them.

[@Sonya60andlearning]

You two work well together, getting all the things done.

[@chelseekpeace]

What a blessing for you both to have an equally yolked partner to build a life with ❤ I admire you two very much. Thank you for sharing your experiences 🙏

[@vicbu7808]

Lets go people...let's get them to 1 million subscribers so kindly start sharing to anyone...

[@cherylinutica]

Love watching you guys. I’ve been following you since your first move to Alaska. It would take my husband and I months to do what you do in a day. Can’t wait to see your garden next year. Thanks for all the entertainment!

[@TrumanMarloweJr]

The clear panels over the top of the frame is a good idea! I would be interested to know how it holds up to the extreme cold (panels becoming brittle over time) and especially the wind. Please do provide an update next spring!

[@patriciafuchs5970]

Such fun to watch, made me think of my mom, “Waste not, want not.” Wonderful to watch!